Technical
WESTERN RED CEDAR
Scientific Name: Thuja plicata
Distribution: Pacific Northwest and along the Pacific Coast to Alaska.
Wood Description: Generally straight grained, with a uniform but rather coarse texture.
Sapwood: Nearly white, narrow, often not over 1" wide.
Heartwood: Reddish or pinkish brown to dull brown.
Durability: Excellent durability for a softwood specie.
Common Uses: Used principally for decking, shingles, lumber, posts, poles and piles. The lumber is used for exterior siding, interior finish, greenhouse construction, ship and boat building, boxes, crates, sash, doors and millwork.
Distribution: Pacific Northwest and along the Pacific Coast to Alaska.
Wood Description: Generally straight grained, with a uniform but rather coarse texture.
Sapwood: Nearly white, narrow, often not over 1" wide.
Heartwood: Reddish or pinkish brown to dull brown.
Durability: Excellent durability for a softwood specie.
Common Uses: Used principally for decking, shingles, lumber, posts, poles and piles. The lumber is used for exterior siding, interior finish, greenhouse construction, ship and boat building, boxes, crates, sash, doors and millwork.
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